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Panek SA – €357,000 Fine (Poland, 2024)
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Panek SA was fined EUR 357,000 for not securing customer data during a website update, which led to a data leak. This case highlights the importance of having proper security measures in place to protect sensitive information. Businesses should take note to avoid similar penalties.
What happened
Panek SA failed to implement adequate security measures during its website reconstruction, resulting in a data leak.
Who was affected
Customers whose personal data was leaked due to Panek SA's inadequate security measures.
What the authority found
The Polish DPA ruled that Panek SA did not take necessary steps to ensure data security, violating GDPR requirements.
Why this matters
This ruling emphasizes that companies must prioritize data security to avoid hefty fines. It serves as a reminder for all businesses to regularly review and improve their data protection practices.
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The Polish DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 357,000 on Panek SA. During the reconstruction of its website, the controller failed to implement adequate technical and organisational measures to ensure data security, resulting in leak of customer data. The controller appealed against the decision, but the provincial administrative court in Warsaw dismissed the appeal.
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No other enforcement actions found for Panek SA in PL
This is the only recorded action for this entity in this jurisdiction.
Details
Fine Date
23 December 2024
Authority
Urząd Ochrony Danych Osobowych
Fine Amount
€357,000
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-2763
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Panek SA - Poland (2024). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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